Term limits can fix stagnant Congress

Once again, bringing to light the stagnation that lingers in our nation's capital. It is definitely time for a change in our system.

Term limits would be a great place to start. One six-year term of pure work, no time wasted on politicking for re-election. Break up the power blocks that exist; clear the air of years of idealistic differences that can no longer be breached. Young blood and fresh ideas will get this country moving again.

The Pelosis, Reids, Boehners and others have led this country down the path to destruction while expanding their own personal wealth at the public's expense. All these "experienced" politicians have given us nothing but stagnation, debt and a lot of hot air.

Less experience with a willingness to move forward is what we need. Try something new, always keeping the common good in mind instead of party politics. Independent leaders not bound to party loyalties, capable of rescinding laws that hurt rather than help.

To the American public, think about this: Look where we've come from. Look at where we are now and then really think about where we're headed. Do you really like what you see? Now is the time to use our power, the power of the American citizen. It's time for reform and change.

Ken Ptasnick

Wingdale

Society needs those with moral courage

For those of us who read the skies, we know that the Lord's return is near. We look around and see our country wasting away financially, morally and spiritually. We are betrayed by political parties and by crumbling denominations turned apostasies and it is easy to throw up our hands and abandon the fight.

But as my wife reminds me, being in sight of the finish line is no time to quit running. On the contrary, now is the time to double our efforts, to fight harder, to give our all.

Yes, I know it seems hopeless.

Yes, I know things will only get worse. But now more than ever every life saved, every heart changed is sweeter as the harvest nears the end.

So I say to my brethren already in battle, fight harder.

And to the sideline soldier who has never entered the field, dig up your coin and invest it now.

To the pastors who refuse to leave the comfort and safety of your pulpits, I say lead.

To those who have deserted the cause for whatever reason, pick up the standard again.

There will be time enough for rest. Now is the time for action, for courage, for sacrifice, for zeal. Hope that is seen is not hope.

Let us press on toward the goal. The society that hates us, that rejects us, that curses us needs us now more than ever.

Jeffrey Mahoney

Hyde Park

Thanks for services to homeless Jan. 28

On Jan. 28, Dutchess County had an ice and snowstorm. That did not stop the many volunteers that came to the Family Partnership Center to volunteer their time to cut hair, shave, take blood pressures, etc. ? for the homeless. On that day we had more than 60 men, women and children take advantage of these services.

I would like to thank ... for donating their time: Silvana Pace, Ashley Moretti and Audra Viola from the Millennium Hair Design; Pino Pace from Eclectic Studio; Filomena Vellone from Split Enz Hair Studio; (and) Christine Menger and Lori Dahl from Styles Hair Studio. These individuals worked straight from 12:30. to 5:30 p.m. despite the weather outside. We had the organizations Mid-Hudson Addiction Recovery Center Inc., Grace Smith House, PathStone, Division of Veterans Services, Gateway and the Dutchess County Department of Health here to assist these individuals. I would also like to thank: Denise Dunn, Ginny Van Vlack, Delphine Scott, Steven Pressman, Colleen Goettel, Mary Jane Newman, Pat Miglio, Diane Davis, Pat Kellett and Kurt Tallardy for volunteering their time to help with the organization of the event. For the individuals that donated products: Dr. Michael Schwartz and Colleen Nicklaw of Nails Plus. I also thank the Family Partnership Center for allowing us to use their facility. We look forward to April 29 when we will be returning.

Sue Tallardy

chairwoman, Point in Time Homeless Coalition

Poughkeepsie

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Letters to the editor: 3/13

Good job Mel Zipes, on the letter: 'Alter Constitution: Limit U.S. Senate, House terms,' (Feb. 19).